About the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore

Our Mission:

To create and enhance opportunities for making a positive and lasting impact in education, financial stability and health for all

Who We Are:

United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore is a local, independent, non-profit organization established in 1944. For over 70 years, our United Way has focused on improving the lives of our neighbors in need in Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, and Dorchester Counties. The organization, which is the largest non-governmental source of funding for area nonprofit agencies, provides support for 62 different local programs with a special focus on education, income and health. This year alone, the United Way is impacting the lives of over 76,000 people on the Lower Shore by providing over $1.3 million in funding to 26 local agencies. See our 2015 Annual Report for more information.